3 PAGES OF COMMUNITY DIARY FOR BANGOR & ANGLESEY:
ABERFFRAW
ST BEUNO’S CHURCH: 1st & 3rd Sunday Morning Prayer Service Self Led at 10am. 2nd & 4th Sunday Eucharist Service at 10am.
ABERFFRAW VILLAGE HALL: Yoga for Beginners with Claire Mace. On Thursdays. Come join us to improve your health and well being and to have fun. Starts at 7.30pm.
AMLWCH
SCOUT GROUP: Coffee mornings every Fri (staffing levels permitting) at the Scout and Guide Hall, Bull Bay Rd, between 10.30am-1pm. All funds in aid of 1st Amlwch Scout Group.
AMLWCH HELP: Healthy Eating Loses Pounds weightloss group meet every Wed in The Dinorben Hotel 5-7pm. Chris Knott 01407 711058.
AMLWCH FOODBANK: Open Wednesday 10.30am to 2pm in the Town Hall building, Lon Goch, Amlwch. Phone 01407 839065 or 830041 if urgent.
AMLWCH CANOE CLUB: Meets in Amlwch pool 8.15pm-9.30pm. If you would like to try kayaking the club allows three Taster Sessions at £5 per person per session. Minimum age 8 and conditions apply to under-16s, parent/carers must stay in attendance for the sessions. Suggest participants wear a T-shirt, the sessions will involve capsizing in a kayak. You can also visit on Facebook.
DONATION DROP OFF POINT: Hospice at Home Gwynedd & Anglesey Drop off Point at its Distribution Centre. It is open on Mon, Tues, Fri and Sat, 10am-3pm to accept quality donations, at Unit 6, Site 9, Llwyn Onn Industrial Estate. Tel 01407 832178 (Opp the Post Office Sorting Office).
ANGLESEY CENTRAL LIONS: Is a local service organisation, and registered charity that raises money, holds events, and assists in events. During 2015 it donated £3,400 to local worthy causes. It needs new members to carry on with this success. Anyone interested in joining the club, phone 07802 150399 for details.
CITIZENS ADVICE: Bureau open Thursday 9.30am–2pm, Drop in. Advice line Cymru - Mon to Fri 9am-5pm 03444772020. You can also access www. Adviceguide.org.uk
CAFE COFIO: New service by the Carers Trust for carers and those they care for. Tea/coffee in a relaxed atmosphere and learn more about services for people with memory problems, as well as taking part in various activities. Sessions take at Dinorben Hotel, Wednesdays, 2-4pm. For information ring 01492 542212.
AGE WELL: The over 50s club, meets at Amlwch Leisure Centre. Open 10am-3pm Monday-Thursday, with ‘two course’ lunch available each day from noon. All welcome, just ‘drop in’ or call Agewell volunteers Vicky and Kim on 01407 831862 during opening times above. For activities and events, see the webpages (shared with Agewell Llangefni): https:// agewellhwyliogmon.org.uk/
AMLWCH SWIMMING CLUB: is the Para-Swimming Hub for Anglesey and seeks friendly, enthusiastic volunteers to support the club. The role of a volunteer will be to support children and young adults with varying disabilities to fully participate in the sessions. No official qualifications needed, just enthusiasm and reliability. Don’t worry if you don’t think you have the right experience or have not helped those with disabilities before. The club will provide training and another volunteer will with you during your early sessions to give you support. Once you have joined as a volunteer, the club will organise a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for you. For more info contact, Martin Kelly (Club Secretary) on 07834805021 or mb.kelly@sky.com
FRIENDS OF MEMORIAL HALL: Drop in centre in the Memorial Hall every Wed & Thurs from 10am to 3pm. Activities include badminton, bowls, line dancing, ukulele group, home crafts, cooking for men and art or just a chat with a cup of tea. For more information contact Ray on 01047830920 .
BANGOR
HOPE CHURCH: meets every Sunday at 10.30am i Ysgol Friars School Hall.
ST JOHN’S METHODIST CHURCH: High St. Weekly Sunday Service 10.30am
MASS: Our Lady and St James RC Church, upper Bangor: Mass times Sunday 10am and 5pm.
BANGOR CATHEDRAL: Weekly Services. Mon: 8am Eucharist, noon Cathedral Prayer Group, 6.30pm University Anglican Society Service. Tues: 8am Morning Prayer, 10.30am Eucharist, 5.30pm Choral Evensong. Wed: 8am Morning Prayer, 10.30am Eucharist. Thurs: 8am Morning Prayer, 10.30am Eucharist, 5.30pm Choral Evensong. Sunday: 8.30am Eucharist, 9.30am Offeren / Boreol Weddi, 11am The Cathedral Eucharist, 3.15pm Choral Evensong.
QUAKER MEETINGS: Sundays, 10.30am; Tuesdays, 1-1.30pm at the Friends Meeting House, Dean St. For details, phone 01248 602156.
BANGOR INDEPENDENT SPIRITUALIST CHURCH: The service includes hymns, prayers, clairvoyance and spiritual healing and takes place every Wednesday at 7pm at the Quaker Meeting House, Dean St. The service will finish at approx 8.30pm with free refreshments and healing shortly later. Admission £2 to include refreshments and towards the church funds’. Phone 01407 840531.
BANGOR CHRISTIAN SPIRITUALIST CHURCH: Established in 1947 and affiliated to the Greater World Spiritual Centre, London. Services at 7pm every Thurs at the Quaker Meeting House, Dean St with free refreshments after the Divine Service. No admission fee, only a free-will collection taken during the Service. There is a different guest speaker every week. Everyone is most welcome to attend.
BANGOR & MENAI BAHA’IS: The Baha’i Community of Bangor and Menai invite you to join in activities here. The Baha’i Faith is a world religion whose purpose is to unite all mankind in one universal cause, one common faith. Contact bangorbahais@ gmail.com or 07577 777392.
WEIGHTWATCHERS: Classes at Penrhosgarnedd Community Centre on Mondays at 5.30pm.
HIRAEL CLUB: Cash bingo every Tues. Doors open at 1.30pm for a start at 2pm. Come along and enjoy the friendly atmosphere and light refreshments.
GUIDING: Rainbow, Brownie and Guide units. Contact Pat Gadd on 01248 601868.
ARMY CADETS: Parade every Tuesday at the Drill hall, Glynne Road from 7pm. If you are over 12 then come along. Call 01248 600363 for details.
GLASINFRYN COMMUNITY CENTRE: Tai Chi Qigong class every Tuesday 6.307.30pm. Gentle energising exercises suitable for all. Beginners welcome. First class free. Jill Turner 01248 351672
YOGA: Mondays 10–11.30am, Garth Rd Community Centre, (road to Bangor pier, left up hill at red post box) Call Katie 07717 661717.
BANGOR COMMUNITY CHURCH: Meet every Sunday 10.30am and 6.30pm at Coed Mawr Community Centre, (behind Mcdonalds).
ASSEMBLIES OF GOD: Pentecostal church. Prince’s Rd, (off College Rd) Upper Bangor. Meeting every Sunday 10.30am and 6.30pm. Warm welcome to all.
BUDDHISM: Weekly meditation classes at Coleg Menai, Friddoedd Rd, on Tuesdays from 7-8.15pm. The sessions give an introduction to meditation and also explore some of Buddha’s practical teachings, both of which can help to reduce stress and increase happiness. For details phone 01492 878778 or see website meditatenorthwales.com.
RED CROSS: is looking for volunteer drivers and helpers to assist at Ysbyty Gwynedd and in people’s homes – contact Corinna on 01248 351103
UNDODIAID BANGOR UNITARIANS: Come along, whatever your faith or beliefs. A small friendly group meeting once a month to explore spiritual questions, without dogma, and support each other to live more compassionately. Meet on the second Sunday in the month at 1.30pm in the Friends Meeting House, Dean Street, Bangor. For details phone 07894 553080 or explore the website www.ukunitarians.uk/ Bangor.
WIDOWERS AND WIDOWS: Social group covering Anglesey, Bangor, Caernarfon and Llyn, set up for widowed people to enjoy life again in the company of other widowed people who understand. As a guide it is suggested people aged 50-70 will get the most from membership, as it aims to be active, out and about. At the moment it meets regularly in Bangor, Menai Bridge and Caernarfon and also meet up weekly for walks, and go to opera, ballet, gigs, cinema, meals, pub quiz and weekends away. If you are an internet user go to www.meetup.com and enter “Anglesey&Gwynedd Widowed” (without the quotes) then apply to join. Or Call Dilwyn on 01248-601599, email dilwyn198@gmail.com, or Lyn on 01286-678252, email lyn2910@yahoo.co.uk Please note: this is not a dating group.
BANGOR LUNCH CLUB: Royal Voluntary Service’s lunch club on Wednesdays in Ysgol Hirael, Orme Road, Bangor. Come along for a free lunch for the first 2 weeks. Limited space available for people aged 50+, so call now on 01248 661915 to book your seat.
PILATES: Pilates Classes at the Garth Community Centre. Run by Angie Masterson, who has been teaching many forms of exercise for over 35 years. Contact Angie Masterson 01407 831 348 or 07740 902 125 or Les Day on 01248 355180 for further details.
ZUMBA DANCE-FITNESS: Weds & Thurs 6.30-7.30pm, Academi, Deiniol Rd. Salsa Tues 8.30pm. Swing Jive Weds 8.15pm. Burlesque Tues 7.30pm. Helen 07751017157
ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE: is looking for new volunteers to join the team and help with its Community Transport, Good Neighbours and Positive Steps services in Gwynedd and Ynys Mon. If you have a few spare hours a week and would like to make a difference in someone’s life, the RVS would like to hear from you. Contact Gwenda Hughes on 01248 661915 or Gwenda.hughes@royalvoluntaryservice. org.uk
SSAFA GWYNEDD: Seeks new caseworkers in the Gwynedd area to help and support veterans and their families. If you can help, contact Andy Williams 07958524298.
BANGOR U3A: Meet 10.30am on Thursdays in Capel Berea Newydd (between Ffordd Penrhos and St David’s Retail Park).For people who are retired from work or parenting. New members welcome.Come early after 9.30am for a chat and stay for the event. Further information from www.bangoru3a.org.uk or u3a.org.uk.
STROKE SUPPORT: Had a Stroke? Need some support? Then come to our local Stroke Cafés or Stroke Groups to meet other Stroke survivors, families and carers in a friendly supportive environment at: Kyffin Café, High Street, Bangor – Every other Friday 10am-noon. For more information contact Dave Smith 01248 421356 / 07397279897 or e-mail nantygors@gmail.com
PLAYFORD DANCING: Do you love dancing? Are you secretly oldfashioned? Did you know there is the opportunity to learn Playford dancing in Bangor? This is 17th/ 18th century social dance (think Jane Austen) with informal sessions approximately monthly on Tuesday evenings. Beginners welcome to learn. No partner needed. Fantastic live music! For more information, phone Nicki on 07960 371620 or find on facebook - https://www. facebook.com/dr.nicki.h
MORRIS DANCING: Thursdays 8-10pm. Cadi Ha Morris are looking for new members of any gender, aged 16+ to dance or as musicians. Come along on a Thursday evening to try it out free of charge! No experience or partner needed. Just turn up in loose comfortable clothes and trainers or similar. Based in Bangor, it teaches and performs traditional Morris dances from the Cotswolds. September to May practice indoors in Bangor. The summer is spent displaying the team’s skills wherever it can. If you love dancing and are looking for a new challenge, want a new group of friends or simply want to keep fit, free of charge, come and give it a go. For more info, see Facebook or www. cadihamorris.co.uk; email cadihamorris@ gmail.com or phone Nicki on 07960 371620
SOROPTIMISTS: Had a very busy and productive evening at our meeting on Tuesday, December 4. Donations of hats, gloves and scarves were packed ready to take to St Mary’s Hostel for the Homeless. Gift bags of toiletries were prepared for the Womens Refuge together with parcels of food to be distributed to families in the community. A big thank you to all members and friends for their contributions and especially Sian who co-ordinated the event. For more info on Soroptimist International contact our Secretary Lin - lmac28@hotmail.co.uk
PALS SUPPER CLUB: (People Alone Like Socializing) Gwynedd, Anglesey & Conwy. If you’re alone (for whatever reason) over 55 and interested in meeting others in the same situation, for supper once a month. Please join the online group meetup.com/ PALS-supperclub and join for supper, interesting conversation and good company on The second Friday of every month. PALS plan to hold regular monthly supper nights in different towns. This is a bilingual group for single adults aged over 55, living in roughly a 50 mile radius of Bangor, North Wales, to expand their friendships with those who find themselves in similar solo circumstances, to get out and socialize.
FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUP: intermediates and above. This weekly meeting is now at The Boat Yard, Garth Road, every Thursday from 7–9pm. No agenda… just come along and chat in French. Contact: jannieu@tiscali.co.uk
8STARMUSIC: Runs music recording sessions every Monday at the MATRA office in Maesgeirchen from 6pm till 8pm, with some sessions planned to take place at the Audiozone studio in Bangor. For any queries, contact the Letters Grow Facebook page or 8starmusic@gmail.com
YOGA: Mindful Yoga with Elaine on Tuesday evenings term time 7.30–9.25pm at the Masonic Hall, Parc Menai. All abilities welcome. Details www. yoganorthwales.co.uk, email elaine.yoga@ tisali.co.uk and phone 01248 430147.
LIFE DRAWING: Every Wed 1-4pm, Canolfan Penrallt, Upper Bangor. Beginners or more experienced artists welcome. Bring drawing materials, paper available, tea provided. £7. Further info - 07533 341458.
LIBRARY: Tel 01248 353479. Tuesday: Breastfeeding Supporwt Group, December 17, 10.30am-noon. Family games, board games for all ages, December 17, 3.30-6pm. Homework Club, December 17, 4.305.30pm. Wednesday: Break time, relaxing activities for adults, including colouring, board games and jigsaws, December 11, 18, 10am-11.30am. Thursday: Family History Club, December 12, 19, 1.303.30pm. NEST drop-in session, advice on how to save money on energy, December 12, 1-4pm. Friday. Get on-line, one to one support (prior booking required, 30 minute slots), December 20, 10am-noon and 1.30-3.30pm. Make friends with a book, December 13, 20, 10.45am-12.45pm.
FNF: The next meeting of FNF-Both Parents Matter -Bangor will take place at the ESRC Centre for Research on Bilingualism / Canolfan ESRC Ymchwil i Dwyieithrwyd, 37 College Road, Bangor on Wednesday, December 18 at 6pm.
YOGA: Mindful Yoga with Elaine on Tuesday evenings term time 7.30-9.25pm at the Masonic Hall, Parc Menai. All abilities welcome. Details www. yoganorthwales.co.uk, email is elaine. yoga@tisali.co.uk and phone 01248430147.
YSBYTY GWYNEDD LEAGUE OF FRIENDS: Elvis’s Christmas Wonderland with Wynne Roberts at The Chaplaincy Centre, Ysbyty Gwynedd. Monday, December 16, 7pm. Free admission, donations to the Ysbyty Gwynedd League of Friends. Arrive early to secure your seat.
BEAUMARIS
OASIS CHURCH: Oasis Church in Margaret St welcomes you to the all age service at 10.30am each Sunday morning. The music is lively and you will hear teaching from the Bible made relevant to contemporary life situations. Contact the minister Philip Evans 07881504670 or email office@ociministries.com
TEA DANCE: Last Sunday of every month at the Bulkeley Hotel at 2.30pm to raise money for Ovarian Cancer Research at Ysbyty Gwynedd. Admission £2.50. Contact the hotel or ring 01248 723223.
BEAUMARIS PIONEERS: Walking group meets every Wed at 2pm in the Iorwerth Rowlands Centre, Steeple Lane. It walks for an hour in the surrounding area, followed by light refreshments at the Centre; Contact the Centre 01248-811508 to register an interest and obtain details.
YOGA: With Kath Turner. Wednesday 8-9.30pm at the Iorwerth Rowlands Centre Gentle yoga for the young at Heart with Kath Turner 10-11.30am at Beaumaris Leisure Centre. www.kathturneryoga.com or email kathryn.turner4@btinternet.com or phone 01248 750029
DRU YOGA CLASSES: Beginners welcome - try your first class for free! Weds 9.30-11am (term based). Bulkeley Hotel, 19 Castle St. Contact: 01248 602900 Ext 223 or christiane@druworldwide.com.
WATERCOLOUR AND PASTEL: course on Weds 1-4pm every week. No experience necessary, take inspiration from the landscape and learn about the use of colour and wash. Silk painting sessions/ glass painting workshops also available Thurs and Fridays 10.30-4.30 All ages and abilities catered for including children. Learn to paint scarves pictures, cards, sun catchers and much more, relaxing and fun. All workshops/courses running at the H’Artworks Gallery 6 Church St, in the Forum. For information ring 01248 812045 or e-mail hartworks@btinternet.com.
SINGING FOR PLEASURE: meets in the Iorwerth Rowlands Centre on Mondays from 10.30am-11.30am followed by refreshments.
YOGA: Come along for a gentle class, and feel the difference. Mondays, 1-2.30pm, Beaumaris Leisure Centre. Contact Katie on 07717 661717.
ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE: The lunch club meets at the Beaumaris Leisure Centre every Tuesday. Register before attending by phoning Nicola Collins on 01248 661915.
BRIDGE: Beaumaris Duplicate Bridge Club holds two sessions a week at the David Hughes Centre. Mons at 9.20am, Gentle Duplicate session and Thurs at 6.50pm, Standard Duplicate catering for the average club player. More details from Bob or Gay Young on 01248 810057 or the website: beaumarisduplicatebridgeclub. org.uk. Also opportunity to play “Chicago” Bridge with the Castle Bridge Club on Mondays, 6.50pm in the Bulkeley Hotel, Castle St. Details from Rob Hughes 0n 01248 810970.
SCRABBLE: Are you a Scrabble enthusiast if so the Beaumaris Community Centre are hoping to start a club in the near future. if you are interested, phone Stephanie on 01248 490781 for further details.
BENLLECH
ST ANDREW’S CHURCH SERVICES: Sundays at 11am, 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sunday Holy Communion. On the 4th Sunday a shorter all age service followed by tea and coffee. Fridays at 10am Holy Communion. Also each Tues at 10am the church hall is open for tea and coffee.
ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE: Lunch Club, Waun Dirion, Every Tuesday 11.45am. Register before attending by phoning Nicola Collins on 01248 661915.
FRIENDS IN HARMONY: A well established Barbershop chorus will entertain guests at your party, charity event or function. For details visit www. friendsinharmony.org.uk. Gentlemen, Friends in Harmony are also looking for new members. To join the chorus on the risers, just turn up and have a go at the ex-Servicemens Hall, on a Monday at 7.30pm. Contact Bernard on 01248 410448.
TAI CHI: 1pm-2.15pm, Every Friday in Benllech Community & Ex-Servicemen’s Hall. Session: £4 club members/£5 non-members. Tutor: Lindsay Meek on behalf of Clwb Benllech 50+ Club. Gentle Exercise, Helps Co-ordination, Aids Circulation, Improves Mobility and Balance. Suitable for all ages and abilities for both men and women. For a placement,
contact: Marilyn Tel: 01248 853207, or Lindsay Tel: 01286 870353 / Mob: 07854 438013.
BENLLECH 50+: Every Thursday 2pm-4pm in the Benllech Community Hall. New members always very welcome, gentlemen as well as ladies, Thursday, December 12 Christmas Quiz. December 18, Christmas Lunch, members only.
PROBUS: Moelfre & District Probus Club. The primary aim of the club is to promote good fellowship. Membership is open to all who are retired, semi-retired or approaching retirement who have had some measure of responsibility in any field of worthy endeavour, who are of good character and respected in their communities. Probus meet on the third Tuesday each month (except August) at noon at the Breeze Hill Hotel, Benllech. The normal meeting consists of lunch followed by a talk given by a recommended speaker. The June meeting is normally an outing to a place of interest with a lunch in that locality. The December meeting is replaced by a Christmas Lunch. Guests are always welcomed For further information contact: Peter Day Tel: (01248) 853444 pd@marinexfire.co.uk.
INDOOR BOWLING: Every Tuesday, 1pm-4pm, Benllech Community Ex-Servicemen’s Hall. 50+ Club. Enquiries: Dilys Howarth Tel: 07791633001. Session: £2 club members/£2.50 non-members. New members welcome.
BETHESDA
GUIDING: Brownie unit. Contact Pat Gadd on 01248 601868.
DRU YOGA CLASSES: Thursdays 6.15-7.45pm. All abilities welcome. £8/ £7 concessions. Snowdonia Mountain Lodge, Nant Ffrancon, LL573LX Bethesda. chrstiane@druworldwide.com, 01248 602900 Ext 218.
MARCHNAD OGWEN: (market) will be held at Neuadd Ogwen on Saturday, December 14 from 9.30am-1pm. You are welcome to come along and celebrate Christmas with local foods and crafts, and be entertained by Hogia’r Bonc. The Charity Stall supports Cyfeillion Ysbyty Gwynedd Friends. Parking nearby and free entry. Meat and bread stalls wanted. Full details on website www.marchnadogwen. co.uk and facebook.
LIBRARY: Tel 01248 600737. Thursday: Digital Help, computer classes (prior booking required), December 12, 2-4pm.
BODEDERN
EGLWYS ST EDERN CHURCH: Monthly services. 2nd Sun, 9.30am Holy Communion English. 4th Sunday, 9.30am Offeren Cymraeg.
BODORGAN
COMMUNITY BINGO: In Bodorgan Community Centre every Thursday doors open at 6.30, for 8pm eyes down. All proceeds to the school.
ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE: Lunch Club at Ysgol Gynradd Bodorgan, every other Tuesday during term time. If you would like to attend the lunch clubs or volunteer as a helper, register before attending by phoning Nicola Collins on 01248 661915.
CAERGEILIOG
SEILO: Y pregethwr gwadd nos Sul nesaf, Rhagfyr 15 am 5yh fydd Y Parch Ddr Dafydd Wyn Wiliam, Bodedern.
CARMEL (MON)
CARMEL COMMUNITY GROUP: Meeting monthly on the third Thursday in the Village Hall at 7.30pm. All welcome. For further details ring Margie on 01248 471019, or Peggy on 01248 470659.
CEMAES BAY
TABLE TENNIS: Cemaes Bay Table Tennis Social Club is a small group, who meet on a Tuesday between 7.30pm-9.30pm at Cemaes Bay village hall. There are three tables and all equipment is provided. Each session costs £2 which includes tea/coffee during the break. New players are very welcome. Call Rachel on 01407 710893.
EXERCISE FOR LIVING: classes at Cemaes Bay Village Hall. One hour weekly classes, fun and easy to follow. Suitable for any age, improves and maintains a healthy heart, strengthens balance and co-ordination. Held every Monday morning at Cemaes Bay village hall between 9.45am and 10.45am. £3 per person.
DWYRAN
BINGO: on Wednesdays 7pm in Yr Hen Fecws/Old Bakehouse.
COFFEE MORNING: every Friday at 10.30am in Yr Hen Fecws/The old Bakehouse. Sgwrs a phanad. Meet friends and neighbours, make new friends over a cuppa and chat.
FRIDAY FILMS: 1st and 3rd Fridays each month. Doors open at 6.45pm for a cuppa and films start at 7pm. Enjoy watching a variety of recent release and award winning films in a cosy atmosphere. Suggested donation of £3. Further details from Elaine on elaine.yoga@tiscali.co.uk or ring 01248 430147.
GAERWEN
ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH: 1st Sunday, Morning Prayer service at 10am. 2nd, 3rd and 4th Sundays Eucharist service at 10am. Mid week Eucharist Service in the Cabin every Wednesday at 10.30am followed by Tea and Coffee. The Mother’s Union meeting is held in the Cabin on the Last Tuesday of the month at 1.30pm.
HOLYHEAD
ST CYBI’S CHURCH: Sunday, December 15 at 11am, Holy Communion. Wednesday, December 18, at 10.30am, Said Communion. Monday, December 16, Christmas Tree Festival Service at 5pm.
ST DAVID’S CHURCH: Sunday, December 15 at 9.15am, Holy Communion.
ENGLISH METHODIST CHURCH: Meets at St David’s, Morawelon at 11am on Sundays.
ELIM PENTECOSTAL CHURCH: Sunday 10.30am. Home groups/Mini Rockers parents and toddlers/Prayer meeting/The Gap (Youth programme). Contact www. elimholyhead.com, tel 01407 238101.
SPIRITUALISTS: Holyhead Spiritualists Association - meetings held at Llaingoch Community Centre every Thursday at 7pm.
BAPTISTS: Holyhead English Baptist Chapel (next to Town hall). Sunday services 10.30am with Junior Church and 6pm. Ladies meeting fortnightly on Thurs at 2pm. See Facebook or contact www. holyheadbaptist.co.uk or 01407 749004.
QUAKERS: Local Quaker meetings for worship are held at the Ucheldre Centre on the second and fourth Sunday of every month. Contact 01407 763070. For info, visit www.crynwyrcymru.org.uk and www.northwalesquakers.org.uk
PHYSICALLY DISABLED: Meets in Kingsland Community Centre, opposite Kingsland Primary School. It invites anyone with a disability to join. On the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 2.30-4.30pm. Transport available. Ring 01407 760326 for details. This is a happy club with plenty going on such as quizzes, games, talks, demos, trips out for meals, and afternoon tea and a chat. Do get in touch. You will be welcome at this happy and friendly club.
A TEAM CHARITY SHOP: in Boston Street are looking for good quality furniture, men’s/ladies clothing, bric-a-brac, bedding, prams and cots. For collection phone Rose on 07872901281 or 07972673853.
PARKINSON’S: Join Holyhead and District Parkinsons Support Group for laughter and chats at Boston Centre Stage, Boston St: 2pm-4pm; every 3rd Thursday in the month; easy access from nearby car park. December 19 will be the Christmas Lunch. Dates in 2020 are the following: 16 Jan / 20 Feb / 19 Mar / 16 Apr / 21 May / 18 June Annual Outing / 16 July and 20 Aug no meeting - summer break / 17 Sept meetings resume. New members and carers always welcome. This small, friendly group provides tea or coffee and cake, as well as information on how to manage and improve your condition. As well as interesting speakers on various topics, members enjoy coach trips and meals out together. Ring Gordon 860700 or email: patriciahughes2017@gmail.com for more details.
LONDON ROAD CENTRE: Continues to offer the usual service of Meals On wheels, Room hire, Early Bird Breakfast and friendly Cafe. Why not call in say Hello meet the staff and enjoy a meal, snack or just a Coffee. Project Lydia continues its services in the Centre as does WOW Training. Call 760607 for information. Air Training Corps: (ATC) Parade times 7pm-9.30pm Mondays and Thursdays at Maeshyfryd Rd, Holyhead. Tel 01407 769931, 12-18 yrs. Why not come and check it out - welcome.
ANGLESEY FOOD BANK: Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11am-3pm at the
Elim Church, Longford Rd.
HOLYHEAD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: Is a registered charity set up to offer support to those who are suffering or recovering from Cancer. Meetings take place at the Penucheldre Centre in Millbank, on Weds, 11am-3.30pm. Variety of activities and therapies are offered in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. Transport can be arranged to bring people to and from the venue by prior arrangement. The group has outings to places of interest during the spring and summer. For more information on the group ring 01407 860794 in the evenings.
COMMUNITIES FIRST OUTREACH: Monday 9.15am-2pm Drop in service/CF Offices.
GATEWAY: Holyhead Gateway Club meets on Saturdays at Gwelfor Community Centre, between 10am and noon.
YOGA: Tuesdays at 10.30am, yoga class at Holyhead Sports Centre under Roseanne Preston, qualified tutor. Also Tai Chi on Mondays at 7pm. For details ring 01407 769517 or 07759105504.
HEAR TO HELP: Free minor repairs to NHS hearing aids, battery supply, re-tubing & advice at the NHS Volunteer Community Service Drop In. Third Thurs each month. 1-3pm at the Gwelfor Community Centre.
ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE: Seeks new volunteers to help with its Community Transport, Good Neighbours and Positive Steps services in Gwynedd and Ynys Mon. If you have a few spare hours a week and would like to make a difference in someone’s life, the RVS would like to hear from you. Contact Gwenda Hughes on 01248 661915 or Gwenda.hughes@ royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk.
MICHAEL’S SHOP: 79A Market Street, Holyhead. A charity shop fundraising for various charities. Opening times, 8.30am-10.30am, and 11.15am-4.30pm Mon-Fri. Closed Saturday and Sunday. Michael Kitt is looking for used and new postage stamps, plus postcards as he is fundraising for the Bone Cancer charity. Pelase send stamps/postcards to Mr Michael Kitt, 2 Bodlondeb Terrace, Kingsland Road, Holyhead LL65 2HS, or to Michael’s Shop, 79A Market Street, Holyhead, LL65 1UW.
OVER 60?: And wondering what to do on a Monday? Then why not come along to the Lunch Club at Gwelfor Community Centre Holyhead between 11.30 and 1.15pm. Catch-up with old friends or make new ones, whilst enjoying a delicious, healthy and well balanced three course meal followed by tea or coffee and all for only £6.50. Consideration is always given to anyone who has to follow a special diet. For further information contact Veronica Huband on 01407 763559 or e-mail veronica@morlo.co.uk.
CAROLS GALORE: On Fri, December 13 7.30pm at Ucheldre Arts Centre, Holyhead, the Isle of Anglesey Choral Society are performing “Carols Galore!” They are also reviving some old Welsh Plygain Carols which will be sung in the traditional way of close unaccompanied harmony. The choir will be led by Caroline Sansome and accompanied by Rob Jones. Tickets available from Ucheldre Box Office on 01407 763361.
HOLYHEAD HOTSPUR LOTTO: This weeks winning numbers are, 11, 17, 18. There was no winner this week so next week jackpot will be £750.
LLAINGOCH
BOWLING: Community Bowling every Friday at Llaingoch Community Hall from 2pm-4pm.
LLANDEGFAN
ST TEGFAN’S CHURCH: Sunday December 15, English Holy Eucharist at 9.30am, Welsh Gosber at 5pm.
LLANEDWEN
ST EDWEN’S CHURCH: Sunday December 15 Carol Service at 11.30am. Please come - you will be very welcome.
LLANEILIAN
LLANEILIAN WI: Meet on second Monday at its own WI Hall in Llaneilian at 2pm.
LLANFAELOG ST MAELOG’S CHURCH: Bilingual Eucharist on Sundays at 10.30am and a mid-week celebration on Wednesdays at 11am. Visitors always welcome. All baptised Christians are welcome to receive the Communion.
DOG TRAINING: Llanfaelog Village Hall.
Classes for you & your dog from 10 weeks to Old Age. Pedigree or Crossbreed. It is never too late to train your dog but the sooner you start, the easier it will be. The Garregddu Academy (Canine education centre Anglesey) is Kennel Club registered & operates with qualified instructors in Canine Education. Further details: Tel. 01407 810936.
CASH BINGO: at Llanfaelog village hall, every Friday night, door open 6;30 and games start 8pm. Free membership, 4 jackpots, 13 game book £5.
LLANFAIR PG
EGLWYS Y SANTES FAIR: Sunday, Dec 15, 10am, Bilingual Carol Service. Wed, Dec 18, 10am, Communion service in Church Hall, followed by refreshments and a cha; 7.30pm, Bible/Prayer group, Church Hall. Thursday, Dec 19, 2pm, Mothers’ Union.
COMPUTER LESSONS: for beginners or those with some knowledge at the Memorial Hall, Llanfair Pwll, on Mondays, at 10am. They are completely informal and students work at their own pace. Charge of £2 per lesson. For more info contact Alun Jones (01248717188) alunjos@sky.com.
ART EXHIBITION: A exhibition of wildlife and landscape paintings by Philip Snow will be held from December 7 until January 8 at Oriel Ger y Fenai, Llanfair PG. Open 6 days a week, 10am-4pm/ Tel 01248 541143, www.orielgeryfenai.co.uk
WEEKLY DRAW: The winner of the football club’s weekly draw held on Saturday Dec 7 was Mr Dylan Owen, Llangristiolus. LLANFFINAN
ST FFINNAN CHURCH: 1st Sun, Bilingual Communion Service at 2pm. 2nd & 4th Sunday. Eucharist Service at 9am. 3rd Sunday, Self Led Hunan Gynhaliol at 9am.
LLANGADWALADR
ST CADWALADR’S CHURCH: 1st & 3rd Sunday, Joint Bilingual Eucharist service with Trefdraeth at 10am. 2nd & 4th Sunday, Bilingual Eucharist Service at 11.15am.
LLANGAFFO
ST CAFFO’S CHURCH: 1st & 3rd Sunday, Eucharist Service at 9am. 3rd & 4th Sundays no service.
LLANGEFNI
ANGLESEY DOLLS HOUSE AND MINIATURE SOCIETY: meet at 7pm every third Wed of the month at St Cyngars church hall, Llangefni. New members are always welcome. Contact Rose on 01407 830 344 or Jenny on 01407 741 047.
CILDWRN CHURCH: Sunday Services (Evangelical), 10am and 6pm. Morning Service simultaneously translated to English. Contact Rev Hywel Davies 01248 723086.
YOGA: Mindful yoga with Elaine on Wednesdays term time 7–8.55pm at Ysgol y Graig primary school. All abilities welcome. Details www.yoganorthwales. co.uk email is elaine.yoga@tiscali.co.uk and phone 01248 430147
YOGA CLASSES: Yoga with Kath Turner. Thursdays 3-4.30pm and 5.30-7pm at Tre Ysgawen Hall, Capel Coch. www. kathturneryoga.com or e-mail kathryn. turner4@btinternet.com or phone 01248 750029
YOGA FOR BEGINNERS: With Kath Turner. Tuesday 10-11am at Enzone health and Fitness Studio, Parc Cefni, Bodffordd. To book a place contact kathryn.turner4@ btinternet.com www.kathturneryoga.com
AGEWELL: The Age Well Hwyliog Môn centre is open in the Hafan Cefni, Mon to Wed. Open for anyone over the age of 50 and annual membership is £12. Call in for a tea/coffee with biscuits and a chat, information, free internet and find out more about the various activities eg. Art Group, Computer Classes, Tai Chi, Crafts, Swimming, Mosaics, Lunch Club etc. For more information phone 07857769743, 01248725749, email llangefniagewell@ ymail.com. Or visit the website www. agewellhwyliogmon.co.uk/llangefni
CLYCHAU’R ENFYS: Hand bell ringers. The team would love to take part if you are arranging a concert, they are always ready to attend a group meeting to demonstrate the art of bell ringing and give a short talk about the history of bell ringing. New members would be very welcome. For details call the Team Captain on 01248 724976.
ST CYNGAR’S CHURCH: Sunday services 8am Bilingual Communion, 9.30am Gwasanaeth Cymraeg, 11am English service. Wed 10am Bilingual Communion followed by tea/coffee in the Church Hall.
HEARING LOSS: Do you have a hearing loss? If so why not come along to our drop in centre. Meet new people: Share experiences and take part in activities: Get advice on products and services to help with your hearing, and guidance on how to get the best out of your hearing aid. Every 4th Tuesday of the month from 1.15pm-2.15pm at the Age Well Centre.
CEFNI CAMERA CLUB: Tues at the Church Hall at 7.15pm. Anyone with an interest in photography is welcome to attend or for information email cefnicameraclub@gmail.com.
CITIZENS ADVICE: Bureau open Monday 9.30am-2pm Drop in and appts. Advice line Cymru - Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, 03444772020. You can also access www. Adviceguide.org.uk Communities First Outreach: Thursday 9.15am-2pm Drop in Service/Ebeneser.
ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE: is looking for new volunteers to join the team and help with its Community Transport, Good Neighbours and Positive Steps services in Gwynedd and Ynys Mon. If you have a few spare hours a week and would like to make a difference in someone’s life, the RVS would like to hear from you. Contact Gwenda Hughes on 01248 661915 or Gwenda.hughes@royalvoluntaryservice. org.uk.
STROKE SUPPORT: Had a Stroke? Need some support? Then come to our local Stroke Cafés or Stroke Groups to meet other Stroke survivors, families and carers in a friendly supportive environment at: Bull Hotel, Llangefni – Every other Wednesday 11am-1pm. For more information contact Dave Smith 01248 421356 / 07397279897 or e-mail nantygors@gmail.com.
TREE OF LIGHTS: On Friday, December 13, the Tree of Lights Service organised by Llangefni Rotary Club, will be held at St Cyngar’s Church, Llangefni. The service will start at 6.30pm. Taking part will be Henblas School Choir, Bara Brith Male Choir and soloist Trefor Williams. Entry is free with a collection for the St David’s Hospice at Holyhead. Info. 01248 750004
LLANGRISTIOLUS
ST CRISTIOLUS CHURCH: 1st Sunday Eucharist & Harvest Service at 11.15am. 2nd, 3rd and 4th Sundays no service.
CAPEL IFAN (A): Cynhelir cyngerdd Nadolig nos Sul, Rhagfyr 15 am 7.30yh gyda Lleisiau Llannerch, Meibion y Foeld, Aled Wyn Davies (tenor), John Ieuan Jones (bariton), enillwyr cenedlaethol. Llywydd Dr Haydn Edwards, LLangefni. Tocyn £10 ar gael 01248 470385 neu 01248 470579. Er budd elusen Sefydliad y Galon Cymru. Croeso cynnes i bawb.
LLANTRISANT
LLANRISANT CHURCH: Services every second Sunday of the month at 3pm.
MARIANGLAS
ST EUGRAD’S CHURCH: December 15, 11.30am Holy Communion.
BALLROOM/LATIN AMERICAN: Dance Class Childrn and adult dance classes Friday evenings at Marianglas Community Centre (Hen Ysgol). Children 5-6pm, Strictly Beginners 6-7pm, Intermediate Class 7-8pm, Practice Session 8-9pm. Saturday morning children’s class 11am-noon. Private lessons also available. A fun way to get fit and meet new friends. For more information see Anglesey Dance Facebook page, e-mail angleseydance@ hotmail.com or mobile 07867 508734.
MENAI BRIDGE
ST MARY’S CHURCH: Sunday December 15 Bilingual Holy Eucharist at 11am.
YOGA: Mindful Yoga with Elaine on Wednesday mornings at 10-11.55am term time at the Chapel Rooms off Chapel Street. All abilities welcome. Details www. yoganorthwales.co.uk email is elaine. yoga@tiscali.co.uk and phone 01248 430147
MENAI BRIDGE BAND PORTHAETHWY: The band rehearses on Mondays and Fridays 7-9pm, beginners and intermediates meeting on Thursdays 6.30-8pm. Whether you’re looking for a new rewarding hobby or want to brush up
on would your love existing to hear musical from you. skills, Contact the band Chris Williams gmail.com at for helenatbandporthaethwy@ details.
ADVICE FOR A HAPPY MIND: A new series of weekly classes will explore how meditation can lead to a happier, more contented way of life. These drop-in classes will be held at the Community House, Water St from 7-8pm. Tel:01492 878778 for information or go to www. meditatenorthwales.co.uk
YNYS MON BRIDGE CLUB: invites bridge players to join for evenings of play in a relaxed and friendly club. Meet on Tuesday at The Community Centre in Water St. Play is from 7pm until approximately 10pm. Contact Catherine Spalding on 01248 362 361.
ANGLESEY SCRABBLE CLUB: Meets every 1st, 3rd and 5th Tues of every month at Four Crosses, Menai Bridge. To join, call Mrs Farrar on 01248 362427 or Mrs Murray on 01248 750089.
LUNCH CLUB: The Royal Voluntary Service plans to set up a lunch club at the Liverpool Arms, on alternate Mondays. It will cost £6 for two courses. Those interested in attending should register by contacting Nicola on 07436 564459, or 01248 661915.
ZUMBA: Dance-Fitness. Memorial Community Centre, Water St. Mondays 6-7pm. Helen 07751017157
STROKE SUPPORT: Had a Stroke? Need some support? Then come to our local Stroke Cafés or Stroke Groups to meet other Stroke survivors, families and carers in a friendly supportive environment at: Victoria Hotel, Menai Bridge. Every 2nd Wednesday per month 12.30-2.30pm. For more information contact Dave Smith 01248 421356 / 07397279897 or e-mail nantygors@gmail.com
MENAI BRIDGE COMMUNITY HERITAGE TRUST: The AGM of the Menai Bridge Community Heritage Trust will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at Canolfan Thomas Telford Centre, Mona Road at 5.30pm for 6pm.
CAMERA CLUB: Beaumaris and Menai Bridge Camera Club will meet on Friday, December 13 at 7.30pm in the hall of St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Dale Street, Menai Bridge. For more information see the website: https://bmbcc.weebly.com/
ST GALLGO’S CHURCH: December 15,
8.30am Holy Communion, 10am Cymun Bendigaid.
ANGLESEY ARCHERY AND AIRSOFT:
Book a taster sesson, ry a new sport in 2018. 07757209118.
PROBUS: Moelfre & District Probus Club. (See under Benllech for full details)
MYNYDD LLANDYGAI
MYNYDD LLANDYGAI DRAMA: (MAD) Is re-forming. Enthusiastic new actors/ actresses are required. No experience necessary, and any age welcome. Join in with a friendly group to have some fun and see what it is doing. Contact Pat at Mynydd Llandegai 01248 601508 or Einir (Welsh) 01248 601 353.
NEWBOROUGH
EGLWYS BACH COMMUNITY HALL EVENTS: NEWBOROUGH CINEMA CLUB: The Cinema Club runs on 2nd and 4th Wednesdays each month, doors open 6.30pm, film showing at 7pm. Free membership of the club is open to all in Newborough and district with a donation of £3 for each showing including light refreshment. To find out titles of forthcoming films look on Eglwys Bach noticeboard or ring 01248 440896.
UKULELE LESSONS: Mondays 1.15-4pm. Newcomers very welcome to this friendly group. £3 per session to include tuition and refreshments. Free loan of ukulele for one month’s trial. For more details email: newboroughukulelegroup@gmail.com
CUPPA AND CHAT/PANAD A SGWRS: Fridays at Eglwys Bach 10.30am-noon to meet friends old and new over tea/coffee and homemade cake. Book and magazine exchange, raffle. Ring 01248 440328 to find out more.
WELSH CLOG DANCING: This learner class Thursdays 5.30-6.30pm for men, women and children (children under 8 years to be accompanied by responsible adult). £2.50 per session. For more information, contact Ava on 07974 745047.
KEEP FIT: sessions with Personal Trainer, Angharad, include stretching, some yoga and relaxation for all ages and levels of ability. Friday 6.30 to 7.30pm. £20 for 4 sessions, payable in advance. Contact Angharad on 07811106812 or visit Facebook “Anywhere Personal Training”.
NEWBOROUGH WALKING GROUP: the group meets on Thursdays outside Eglwys
Bach 10am for a two hour walk, weather permitting, transport provided if the walk is further afield. All levels of fitness catered for. Ring 01248 440391 to find out more.
PILATES: Tuesdays 1-2pm. Ring Sue on 07808347253 for details.
MEMORY LANE CLUB: ‘friendship’ group – supporting people with Dementia and memory loss - also welcoming those who feel isolated due to other difficulties. Come and take part in activities that help your memory and enjoy ‘panad’ and home-made cake in warm and friendly surroundings. Meet every 3rd Wednesday in the month (2pm-4pm) at Eglwys Bach Community Hall, Newborough. All welcome/Croeso i bawb tel: 01248. 440328 for details. Christmas Fair at Eglwys Bach, December 7, 11am-3pm. For table phone Carolyn on 01248 440 328.
PRITCHARD JONES INSTITUTE: Oriel Rhosyr, open to all, Tuesday 10am-2pm. Computer Courses, Thursdays, 1-3.30pm. Library, open Monday 10am-noon, Wednesday 2-5pm. Friday 2-4pm.
YOGA: Mindful Yoga with Elaine on Thursday evenings 7.30-9.25 in the Pritchard Jones institute. All abilities welcome. Details www.yoganorthwales. co.uk email is elaine.yoga@tiscali.co.uk and phone 01248 430147.
LLANDDWYN/NEWBOROUGH WI: meets on the first Wednesday of each month between 7 and 9pm at Eglwys Bach. For further information contact Elly on 01248 440 410. The January meeting will be on Thursday, January 7, 2020. “Hedgehuggles” of Llangaffo will speak on hedgehog rescue.
NEWBOROUGH LEISURE CLUB: meets in Eglwys Bach on the second Wednesday of each month from 2 to 4pm. All 60+ welcome. For further details contact Betty on 01248 440 391. The Leisure Club Christmas Lunch on January 8, 2020 will be at the Links Hotel Llandudno.
PENRHOSLLIGWY
ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH: December 15, 11.30am Morning Prayer.
PENTRAETH
YOGA CLASS: Yoga wth Kath Turner. Tuesday 7-8.30pm at Ysgol Gymuned Pentraeth. www.kathturneryga.com or email kathryn.turner4@btinternet.com or phone 01248 750029.
ST MARY’S CHURCH: Sunday Services at 11am: 1st Sunday Morning prayer, 2nd
Sunday Holy communion, 3rd Family and young peoples service, 4th Holy communion.
EXERCISE: One hourly weekly exercise class which is easy to follow and is a lot of fun. Suitable for men and women. Every Thursday 10.30-11.30am at the Memorial Hall.
WHIST: The Whist club held their annual dinner on Friday Dec 6 and after the meal held a whist drive and the winners were, Highest Score: Ann Hewson. Ladies: 1st Glenys Evans, 2nd Eifion Pritchard, 3rd Helen Owen. High half: Beryl Jones. Gents: 1st Gwynfor Parry, 2nd Glyn Roberts, 3rd Dafydd Owen. High half: Ron Redmayne.
RHOSCOLYN
ST GWENFAEN’S CHURCH: Sunday, December 15 at 11am, Holy Communion.
CLWB CABAN: has vacancies for children aged from two and a half. It provides high quality day care that enhances the development, care and education of children in a safe and stimulating environment. for further information phone 01407 860413.
RHOSYBOL
THE BARN NEW LIFE CENTRE: Cae
Uchaf, Rhosybol, LL68 9TR. Tel 07789260811. Be comfortable with God’s grace. Join the meeting at 10.30am every Sunday.
CYNGOR CYMUNED: Manylion cyswllt clerc newydd Cyngor Cymuned Rhosybol. Mrs Debra Griffiths, Coedlys, Rhosybol- e. byst: cc.rhosybol@yahoo.co.uk neu drwy’r wefan: www.ccrhosybol.co.uk
ST FFRAID’S CHURCH: Sunday, December 15, at 11am Holy Communion. Friday, December 13 at 7pm. RNLI Carol Service.
TREARDDUR BAY WI: meet the first Weds in the month at the Trearddur Bay Village Hall 2-4pm. New members would be made very welcome, please come along.
RNLI CAROL SERVICE: Trearddur Bay RNLI are holding their annual carol service with Menai Bridge band on Friday, December 13 at 7pm in St Ffraid’s church, Trearddur Bay.
TREFDRAETH
ST BEUNO’S CHURCH: 1st & 3rd Sunday Eucharist service at 10am. 2nd & 4th Sunday, Joint Bilingual Eucharist Service with Llangadwaladr at 11.15am.
TREGARTH
DRU YOGA CLASS: Moelyci Farm, Tregarth LL57 4BB. Mons, 7-8.30pm £6. ContactLynne - 07984 360294. Bring mat, water and blanket. All abilities welcome.
VALLEY
ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH: Sunday, December 15, 11.15am Holy Eucharist with Christine Llewellyn. Monday, December 16, 7pm Carols by Candlelight. There will be mulled wine and Mince pies immediately after the service.
VALLEY NEEDLECRAFT CLUB: are a friendly group of ladies who meet on Thursday 2-4pm in St Michael’s Church Hall, Pendyffryn, Valley. They do all types of needlecraft from cross stitch to knitting. Beginners and experienced sewers welcome. For more info. Phone Jenny 01407 741 047
GENERAL
SUNDAY MASS: Anglesey Centre of Mission Catholic Church Sunday Mass Times: St Anne’s RC Church, Dale Street, Menai Bridge: Saturday, 5.45pm, vigil mass; Our Lady Queen of Martyrs RC Church, Rating Row, Beaumaris: Sunday, 9am; St Joseph’s RC Church, Lon Penmynydd, Llangefni: Sunday, 11am; Fr Joe Daly OMI 01248 810318. St Mary Help of Christians RC Church, Longford Rd Holyhead: Saturday, 6pm, vigil mass; Sunday, 11am; St Therese RC Church, Maelog Rd, Rhosneigr: Sunday, 9am; Fr Frank Murray OMI 01407 762457. Our Lady of Lourdes RC Church, Beach Rd, Benllech: Sunday, 9am; Our Lady Star of the Sea RC Church, Bull Bay Rd, Amlwch: Sunday, 11am; 01407 830361. For details, contact Stephen J Smith, administrator to the Anglesey Centre of Mission on 01407 763332 or email stevej.smith@btconnect. com or Pauline Thomas, pastoral associate, on 01248 717331 or email paulinepasassoc@btinternet.com.